Job Category: Government and Defence,Health Care and Medical

Northern Grampians Shire Council is looking for a dedicated Maternal & Child Health (MCH) Nurse to deliver family-centred care that makes a lasting impact on the lives of children aged 0–6 years.

About Northern Grampians Shire Council Northern Grampians Shire Council has a diverse employment base, across 14 worksites in the Grampians Region of Victoria. We offer flexible work arrangements, providing access to relevant training and professional development opportunities with a variety of employee benefits. We promote innovation, responsiveness, respectfulness and continuous improvement as our core values. Being a smaller organisation, we can provide you with opportunities to act in leadership roles, transition between teams and participate in a range of collaborative projects with other team members or the wider community. We provide a supportive and flexible environment that values the balance between work and our employees' personal lives. Why join us? In addition to the picturesque landscapes at our backdoor, there are many other benefits to working for our innovative and vibrant Northern Grampians Shire Council. These include:

- Fortnightly RDO : Enjoy a well-deserved break and rejuvenate.
- Great Team Environment : A safe, respectful and supportive environment to enable you to thrive. You will work with like-minded, passionate individuals who love what they do.
- Professional Growth : We nurture talent and provide opportunities to flourish.
- Flexible Work Arrangements : To support your work life balance.
- Salary Packaging Options : Including remote area housing allowances and novated lease vehicles
- Access to Paid Leave : including purchased leave, paid parental leave, gender affirmation leave and to respond to family violence matters
- Employee Assistance Program : Your well-being matters - we've got you covered.
- Biodiversity :



Explore our Council region's varied flora and fauna

Promote Inclusion

Northern Grampians Shire Council is committed to promote inclusion of all children and families; we aim to establish a culture that supports:

- cultural safety for Aboriginal children by working in partnership with Aboriginal peoples and Aboriginal community-controlled organisations
- cultural safety for children from culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds
- establishing a safe environment for children with a disability

Job Description

Maternal Child Health Nurse

As a Maternal Child Health Nurse, you'll be responsible for providing a family focused, primary health care service to maximise the health and wellbeing of children aged 0–6 years living in the Northern Grampians Shire in line with Council’s Municipal Early Years Plan.

Why join the Maternal Child Health Team?

- Family-centred care
- Supportive and cooperative clinical team
- Ongoing professional development and training
- Diverse work settings, including community, workplace, and maternal child healthprograms
- Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on your community
- Positive workplace culture that values your skills and experience

About you

We are looking for someone who:

- Registration as a Division 1 Registered Nurse suitable for practice in Victoria.
- Postgraduate qualifications in Maternal & Child Health and Midwifery.
- Current registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).




- An understanding of the legislation, standards and best practice principles that guide Maternal and Child Health nursing.
- Experience delivering family-centred care and working with children and families from diverse backgrounds.
- Knowledge of specialist referral pathways and community support services to ensure families receive the right support at the right time.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with families, colleagues and external stakeholders.
- Well-developed assessment, clinical decision-making and advocacy skills, with a commitment to early intervention and child safety.
- Experience using Maternal and Child Health clinical information systems is desirable.
- Works collaboratively within a team environment, demonstrates initiative, and is committed to continuous improvement in the delivery of immunisation services.

Desired Skills and Experience

Qualifications and experience

- Qualification as Division One Registered Nurse suitable for employment in Victoria
- Relevant postgraduate qualifications in Maternal and Child Health and Midwifery
- Current registration with Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)
- Experience in the maternal and child health computer databases desirable

Selection criteria

- Relevant qualifications, registrations, and accreditations to perform the role.
- Knowledge of relevant issues and legislation pertinent to Maternal and Child Health clinical practice.
- Demonstrated knowledge of specialist referral and support services for families and children and experience with family centered practice.
- Experienced communicator with ability to positively engage with a diverse range of clients and successfully provide information and services.

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